Grand Coulee Dam, WA: Historic ViewThis vintage linen postcard of Grand Coulee Dam, Washington was printed by the Tichnor Brothers of Boston, circa 19301945. It pictures Grand Coulee Dam, Grand Coulee Dam, Wash.. It survives as a small, vivid window into Grand Coulee Dam as travelers once saw it. It comes from the golden age of American "linen" postcards , named for the soft, textured rag paper that gave them their warmth and glow , and belongs to the celebrated Tichnor Brothers

invites contemplation about its past and the stories it holds

The image emphasizes the elegant columns and doorways of a historic building

carrying motorists through small communities like Fallston in Harford County long before the interstate highways drew that traffic away

a prominent photographer known for her work in capturing American architecture and landscapes

Located in Bibb County

Taken during a period when such structures were common

an initiative aimed at preserving and cataloging the diverse architectural heritage of the region

and doorways that reflect the design aesthetics of the early 20th century

factory complexes along the water

It pictures Jack Swank Pontiac

contributes to our understanding of regional architecture and cultural identity

and street play reflected the daily lives of families living in densely populated neighborhoods